Rebirth of the Wife in Despair

Chapter 168 A Bank Card

Eileen was in her room, secretly sketching. She had to do it covertly as her father

disapproved. She locked the door to ensure her privacy.

After half an hour of drawing, a sudden knock on the door startled Eileen. She quickly put away her sketchbook and went to answer it.

Seeing the person outside, Eileen asked coldly, “What do you want?”

Eric told her, “Come down for dinner.”

Eileen replied. “Got it, I’ll change my clothes and come down.”

Just as she was about to close the door, something blocked it. Eileen saw a foot wedged in the door

gap. “What are you trying to do?” she asked.

“Won’t you invite me in?” he asked with a smirk.

“You’re crazy. It’s time for dinner. Why would you want to come in?”

Seeing his intense gaze. Eileen felt uneasy but reluctantly said, “Fine, do as you wish.”

Releasing her grip on the doorknob, she turned around and went to the wardrobe. Taking our her usual cashmere long skirt, she put it on along with leggings since the house was heated. It wouldn’t be too cold. She walked into the bathroom to change. She didn’t forget to tie her long hair into a bun with a ha

tie, letting a few strands fall around her ears.

Eric sat at his desk, tapping his leg rhythmically. There was a workbook on his lap, and he was flipping through it, page by page.

Seeing him so engrossed, she secretly rolled her eyes. She couldn’t understand what was so interesting about it, thinking he was just pretending.

Today, Eric wore a light-colored sweater, exuding a mature aura. His well-defined facial features were cold and stern, with a touch of masculinity. His eyes were like deep black holes. hiding countless secrets.

People like him were skilled at concealing their hypocrisy and desires.

In the capital circle, Eileen had attended gatherings before and met handsome men, including professional models and somewhat famous actors.

Compared to them, Eric was not outstanding, but he had a unique temperament.

locked

that he had experienced a lot.

aura that surpassed many others. In his presence,

send shivers down one’s spine.

calm and composed,

women knew Eric was not a good man and was extremely

one of

past life found it difficult to break free once entangled

many women around him, except for Lilian, whom she

her understanding, Lilian should be

was already dead. He must

now that his girlfriend of

allowing anything to disturb his composure. He always

emerge to sit at the vanity, a pair of pearl earrings in her hand. He wondered what she was daydreaming about. Suddenly, Eileen’s fingers loosened, and the earrings fell to her feet. As she bent down to pick them. up, Eric moved faster, picking them up

she said as she reached for the earrings, but instead of giving them to her, Eric helped her

froze in place, not

you thinking about? You seem so engrossed.” Eric stood beside her, his tall figure

“It’s nothing.”

“The other one…”

I can do it myself. I’ll

Eric!” Vera’s voice echoed as she quickly appeared at the door. “Eric, you’re so slow! I’m already done. Let’s go

eat!”

Eileen’s room before and curiously looked

I’m almost ready. I just need

to the shoe rack, slipping on a pair of flat Blake cashmere shoes. They were warm and could also be worn as slippers.

had already sat on the couch in the hall. Several monetary gift envelopes were placed

of the New Year, Eileen had to greet Will in order.

have many rules when facing Eric, but he was strict with

As for Vera…

family. Therefore, she wasn’t obligated to follow the Swan

Will. “I wish you good health and

over a thick envelope.

with both hands. The weight inside indicated there was at least

Will’s monetary gift, Eric took out another envelope from his suit pocket. “This is for you.”

money. Eric, it’s not easy

Vera hers.”

glanced at

“Accept it.

but Eric didn’t release

“May you live a long